The report argues that many of the girls in juvenile detention end up behind bars as a direct result of their abuse, particularly because of the laws in many states that allow police to arrest minors for prostitution.

Studies specifically show that many of the girls who are victims of sex trafficking are arrested and punished instead of being treated as sexual abuse victims.

A study from 2014 found that sexual abuse history is the number one predictor of whether or not a girl will end up back behind bars.

"It appears to have a greater impact on girls' reentry into the system than other risk factors like behavioral problems or prior justice involvement," the report said.